Archives - 17 December 2011, Saturday

I was once stuck in a train on the Circle Line for 15 minutes before a technical problem was rectified. The train was very stuffy and passengers were very frustrated ...and that was for a 15 minute delay so when you have a people stuck in a train for a hour without air conditioning an...

Our first destination upon reaching Songkhla - a province in southern Thailand, was Samila Beach. Residing here was one of the more famous landmarks in Songkhla - the bronze Mermaid. On this particular day that we were there, tonnes of tourists were waiting in line just to have a pict...

A Fashionist​a’s Confession > D, 20 (UK8) December 17, 2011 Leave a Comment Cut-In Duo Colour Top Salmon/Cream (Size M) Available via backorder This top is simple and unique. It is perfect for school and for work. It also fits a UK8 well. I particularly like the material, which is ver...

MRT breaks down again — 3rd time this week December 17, 2011 by admin Filed under: Media articles SOURCE: CNA SINGAPORE: Train services between Ang Mo Kio and Marina Bay stations have been disrupted, in the third service breakdown this week for Singapore Mass Rapid Transit (SMRT). SMR...

This is amazing. An artist use 3.2 million ink dots to draw his dad. The art technique known as stippling. It took the artist 210 hours to complete this artwork. Surprisingly, he only used 1 Sakura Pigma Micron pen. In case you are wondering, 3.2 million dots is just an estimation. Th...

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A good leader or CEO is one who inspires confidence. A good leader is one who does not make unbecoming remarks ("if we have to be fined so be it." "if you think the trains are crowded take the next one". " i dunno whether it is Systematic failure or isolated incident" ...) A good lead...

"What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?" This was a question that author and activist Naomi Klein tackled in her talk at TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) conference lecture. She was speaking on the subject of climate change but used it to address the issue...

Jacelyn • Filed under: Advertorial , Beauty , Reviews • 12:00 pm [Sponsored Review] Unlike traditional sheet mask, HydroGel mask does not have any holding medium . It is made directly from pure nutrients and essence into a soft water-gel mask, just like how ice is formed from water. H...

Popped by Cova Pasticceria for dinner one evening since we were in the vicinity and everywhere else was packed. Started in 1819 in Milan and originally patronised by the crème de la crème of society, Cova has expanded to a few countries in Asia to cater to those who seek "the high lif...

Yes, I forgot to bring EYESHADOWS and when I was at the airport, I had a few minutes to browse the DFS makeup area...and came across this beautiful Guerlain palette (Joey might have a part to play in putting the word 'Guerlain' in my head!) ---- that consists of BRONZER and EYESHADOWS...

I was at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands with several friends when we were attracted by the exhibits. We bought tickets (S$5 each) and was immediately transported into the magical world of Narnia. I was pretty upset when a staff informed me 'No phototaking' is allowed in the exhibitio...

Correction, Sept 20, 2011: The SS Rohna did not sink with all hands. Although the majority of the passengers died, a portion were in fact rescued. Ladies and Gentlemen, Frankly, if my late father who was born in 1906 in then Malabar, India who left Madras India on the SS Rohna, a vess...

I can vouch for the authenticity of the buffet too, born & bred in Penang! Every time the hawkers are in town at York Hotel, my friends and I head over there to stuff out faces silly. Completely agree with you though - the good ones are definitely the char koay teow, prawn mee (hokkie...

Christmas is a time of sharing and therefore, I'd like to take this opportunity and share with you an exquisite online boutique! Need new dresses for work? The Bow Dress (SGD33) would be perfect if you're looking for a classier look. The dress is versatile; you can even wear it as a t...

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Public inquiry to look into MRT disruptions: PM Lee December 18, 2011 by admin Filed under: Media articles Source: CNA SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has ordered a public inquiry, after trains on the North-South Line broke down on Saturday morning – the third MRT disruption...

The first episode was shot in front of an exclusive and intimate studio audience. The audience comprised winners of Zesta’s Scratch and Win contest. Vanness and his band performed 8 songs from his latest album C’est La “V” and covers and remixes of songs never before performed for a t...

Browse: Home / Gear65 , VideoCasts / Gear65 #97 – Motorola RAZR Gear65 #97 – Motorola RAZR By Daniel • December 17, 2011 The Motorola RAZR is back in the form of an Android phone! We take a look at what Motorola has kept from the RAZR brand, and some unique apps Motorola has introduce...

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Am still coughing from last week and still sounding like crap. It has gotten to a point that i pretty much want to give up talking. :( Have been running pre-wedding errands the past few weekends, hence lack of good food and interesting places to go. spent my weekend in my new fav fore...

- hmmmmm.. I wanted some liners, lots of liners... and well.... because I already had on full makeup when I left for this trip... I completely forgot to bring along eyeshadows. How clever of me. I was intending to throw in one of my inglot palettes, but totally forgot! I could of cour...

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has won the MTV World Stage VMAJ for the past three years since 2008, making it the first in history for this award. This dance and vocal unit is currently touring five metro cities in Japan with tickets for the 13 performances of this tour sold out immediately. Prior to Exile’s upcom...